SAL Consulting is an organisation with a focus on working with complex individuals, systems and organisations throughout Australia. Our team of consultants provide various types of support and interventions to children and young people; people with a disability; and people who have mental health support needs, their families, and the organisations and government departments that support them. This includes:
Clinical Support,
Behaviour Support,
Clinical Supervision,
A range of assessments,
Therapy,
Health and Allied Health Services,
Training and Organisational Practice and Professional Development.
Our team create strong, collaborative relationships with individuals and organisations through communication and working together as this plays an integral part in SAL Consulting's practice and ethos. SAL Consulting is a leader in the field of neurodevelopment, attachment and a trauma-informed (NATI ©) practice, an accredited provider of Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT) through the Child Trauma Academy in the USA, an accredited NDIS Provider, and a Registered Training Organisation. Our work includes working with a diverse population, including providing support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families.
We are always looking to add excellent people to our team - to see the current listing, please continue below. If you don't find a role listed in your area of interest, please send us an enquiry via
and we will get in touch with you to discuss possible opportunities.
We're looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our multidisciplinary clinical team to help create meaningful change in people's lives.
SAL Consulting is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team in NSW, based in Sydney.
This is more than a clinical role. Alongside a diverse and rewarding caseload, you'll contribute tomultidisciplinary practice and work with individuals, families and service systems to create meaningful and lasting change.
From functional capacity assessments and home modifications to sensory profiling, complex disability, mental health, early intervention and forensic practice, Occupational Therapists at SAL have opportunities to work across an unusually broad range of practice areas while being supported to develop their own areas of interest.
We'll support you to deepen your expertise and build a career around the work that matters most to you
This Role May Be Perfect for You If...
You'relooking for more than a traditional therapy role
You want to apply your skills at both an individual and systems level
You thrive in multidisciplinary environments and enjoy working with complexity
You'recreative, innovative and enjoythinking outside the box




You are motivated by learning, growth and making a genuine difference
Why Join SAL Consulting?
At SAL Consulting, we work with children, young people and adults across disability, mental health,education,child protection,out of home care,justiceand forensic settings. We support individuals, families,organisationsand systems to create meaningful and sustainable change.
Industry-leading supervision and mentoring
Individualised professional development plans
Monthly internal professional development days
National communities of practice in a range of areas
Opportunities to develop areas of expertiseand interest
Support from Leadership teams who remain actively involved in clinical practice
Genuine career pathways and opportunities to add extra tools to your toolkit across therapy, behaviour support, training, leadership and practice development streams
Team Feedback
What Our Team Says About Working at SAL
We believe the experience of working at SAL is best described by the people who do it every day:
"SAL applies the same values to its staff that we use in our work with clients. NATI approach to people in general. We walk the talk."
"Appreciate the variety and complexity of cases. Lots of opportunity for practice development and work diversity."
"I love the supervision structure with clear support for clinical evidence-based practice."
"Great team culture + supportive supervisors."
"I've worked other places. I even left SAL and came back because the support is just that much better. I'm never leaving!"
What This Means for You
When people join SAL, they often tell us they stay because they find:
A genuinely supportive and collaborative culture
Supervisors who are invested in their growth
Interesting and diverse work that keeps them learning
Opportunities to contribute and shape their career pathway
A workplace that values relationships, wellbeing and long-term development
What You'll Be Doing
You'll combine direct clinical work with assessment, intervention, consultation and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Your work will include:
Delivering high-quality Occupational Therapy services across community, clinic, school and telehealth settings
Providing assessment, intervention and consultation services to people with diverse and often complex needs
Supporting individuals, families,



carers and support teams to achieve meaningful outcomes
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support holistic and person-centred outcomes
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for practitioners who are:
Curious and reflective
Collaborative and relationship-focused
Motivated by making a genuine difference
Energised by complexity and learning
Interested in contributing to a strong, trauma-informed professional culture
What We Offer
Flexible working hours and a genuinely family-friendly culture
Work from home for administration and report writing
Travel allowance included in remuneration for community-based work
An additional week of annual leave on top of the National Employment Standards entitlement
Access to the Flare benefits platform with discounts across a wide range of retailers and services
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential counselling and wellbeing support
Genuine opportunities to shape your own career direction
Ongoing professional development and investment in your growth
Opportunities to further develop skills in behaviour support, training, forensics, early childhood and Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT)
Desired Skills and Experience
Mandatory Requirements
Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent
Unconditional General Registration with AHPRA
Current Australian Driver's Licence
Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening, or the ability to obtain these prior to commencement
Experience working within at least one relevant funding environment (e.g. NDIS, education, child protection, health, justice or related sectors)
Highly Regarded
Experience in working with people with intellectual disability, trauma histories and complex support needs
Experience in areas such as functional capacity assessments, sensory profiling, cognitive assessments, home and living assessments, equipment prescription and home modifications
Experience working collaboratively with families, support networks and multidisciplinary teams to achieve outcomes in everyday environments
SAL Consulting is committed to building diverse and inclusive teams. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
How to Apply
Please submit a current CV and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and how your background and experience aligns with our work.
Shortlisted candidates will be provided with interview questions in advance to support their preparation. Applications are assessed as they are received and we may appoint before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.
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📌 Occupational Therapist (Sydney)
🏢 SAL Consulting
📍 Sydney